Microsoft Systems Administrator

Overall Job Purpose:

• This position’s role is to design, install, administer and optimize Microsoft servers, VMWare ESX, iSCSI storage and related components to achieve high performance of the company’s business applications. This includes ensuring the availability of applications, configuring new implementations, developing processes and procedures for ongoing management of the server environment to ensure high levels of availability and security, and ensure system provisioning and maintenance is consistent with company goals, industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities Include:
Windows Server Administration.

• This involves new server configuration of hardware and software—Windows 2003/2008 Server, Exchange 2007, VMWare, Terminal Server (OFA/Ellipse); hardware maintenance—coordinating with third-party vendors, securing replacement parts and installing; software maintenance—functionality updates and security patches; evaluating new third-party tools for potential purchase and making recommendations that improve efficiency, reliability and performance. Monitor and test system performance and provide performance statistics and reports. Check service desk database for entries on server and server resource issues; prioritize and provide timely response. Responsible for documentation of Windows server systems for disaster recovery planning.

Project Leadership.

• Lead projects throughout the year which encompass other IT team members, other ACI employees and third-party vendors.
• Storage Administration. Participate in and support capacity planning and the development of long-term strategic goals for systems and software.
• Windows Server Backup Administration. CommVault, vRanger, and DataDomain.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Computer Science, math, engineering or business or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of experience with Exchange 2000/2003/2007 Administration.
• 4 years of experience with Windows configuration and installation. This position requires the ability to configure and install server equipment.
• 4 years of experience administering a Windows environment in a LAN/WAN topology, Active Directory, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS and WINS.
• 2 years of experience with Insight Manager, BigFix Patch Management or similar management tool.
• Demonstrated project management skills in leading a technical project.
• Ability to conduct research into server issues and products as required.
• Ability to travel 5%-10% of the time.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Superior analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to crawl, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs; requires manual dexterity.
• Able to work outside of normal work hours to address emergencies and perform scheduled off-hour activities.
• Preferred Education & Experience:
• MCSE certification.
• Experience with CommVault Backup solution.
• Experience with VMWare Environment.
• Experience with Windows Clustered environments.
• Experience with SQL Server administration.
• Experience with Data Domain or disk deduplication technologies.
• Position will report to: Supervisor, Servers